Marriage & Family Therapist

Samia Vieux is a Marriage and Family Therapist with a background in communication disorders. She specializes in relationships, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and stress management. Trained in EMDR, CBT, and solution-focused therapy, Samia tailors her approach to each client’s unique needs.

As a member of the Delta Kappa Honors Society of MFT and the National Society of Leadership and Success at Northcentral University, Samia brings a wealth of professional expertise and personal insight to her practice. She creates a judgment-free space to help clients build better relationships with themselves and others, develop coping skills, and achieve a life of wellness and fulfillment.

In her free time, she enjoys working out, traveling, and spending time with her family. *Sessions available virtually only

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Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Iqra Kapadwala is a licensed mental health counselor dedicated to helping children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. She specializes in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, OCD, eating disorders, bipolar disorder, and intercultural issues, tailoring her approach to each client’s unique needs.

Iqra creates a judgment-free, comfortable space where clients feel safe to explore their authentic selves and discover what they want and need in life. She feels honored to guide her clients through their healing journeys, helping them achieve their goals, build resilience, and thrive. She believes everyone has the power to make positive changes and is committed to supporting them every step of the way.

Iqra believes that change is always possible, and every step forward is meaningful. She looks forward to walking this path with her clients.

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Marriage & Family Therapist LP

Rachel Warthan is a pre-licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who is passionate about supporting children, adolescents, adults, and families. Her specialties include anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, life transitions, and LGBTQ+ identities.

Utilizing a systemic lens that recognizes the diverse influences acting upon clients, Rachel primarily draws from narrative, person-centered, and Bowenian theories. She provides multicultural care and ensures that all aspects of clients’ identities are honored and integrated into the therapeutic space. She values creating a strong therapeutic relationship, taking the time to get to know clients deeply and tailoring treatment to each unique case. Rachel is grateful to act as a guide for her clients, helping them uncover and harness the tools necessary for them to reach their goals.

Rachel looks forward to the opportunity to support her clients in their therapeutic endeavors, as they work towards lives enriched with joy, balance, and authenticity.

*Sessions available in Melville and virtually for those in NY

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Marriage & Family Therapist LP

Sarah Zaidi is a compassionate and culturally attuned practitioner who helps individuals, couples, and families navigate emotional struggles, relationship challenges, and life transitions with a deep sense of understanding. 

Sarah works with clients from Muslim, immigrant, and BIPOC communities, honoring their unique cultural and spiritual backgrounds. She combines emotionally focused therapy, narrative therapy, and faith-informed techniques to help clients heal from emotional wounds, strengthen relationships, and reconnect with their sense of purpose. Her evidence-based holistic approach emphasizes emotional regulation, family systems work, and intergenerational healing.

In her free time, Sarah leads mental health initiatives through faith-based platforms, conferences, and community organizations, advocating for holistic, accessible, and stigma-free care.

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Marriage & Family Therapist LP

Valerie is a Marriage and Family Therapy candidate who brings a compassionate, collaborative, and culturally sensitive approach to her work with individuals, couples, and families. She is currently earning her Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at Hofstra University and is grounded in systemic thinking, drawing from models such as Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), the Gottman Method, Narrative Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).

Valerie has a special passion for supporting clients navigating relationship challenges, family conflict, trauma, and cultural identity concerns. She is attuned to the nuances of family expectations, generational dynamics, and the importance of honoring clients’ lived experiences.

Valerie creates a warm and nonjudgmental space where clients feel safe to explore their emotions, communicate openly, and build healthier connections with themselves and others.

*Sessions available in Melville and virtually for those in NY

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Marriage & Family Therapy Candidate

Riyapreet has always been fascinated by the ways relationships shape our lives. She believes relationships influence how we see ourselves, connect with others, and experience the world around us.

Her curiosity about human connection, attachment, and love inspired her path toward becoming a marriage and family therapist. Her clinical interests are grounded in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), attachment theory, and family systems. She is passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families explore the emotions beneath conflict, recognize recurring patterns, and build stronger, more secure connections.

As a first-generation Punjabi Sikh woman raised in an immigrant family, Riya recognizes how culture, family roles, and intergenerational experiences can shape emotional well-being and relationships. She is passionate about reducing the stigma surrounding mental health in South Asian communities while honoring each client’s unique experiences, values, and cultural strengths.

Riya believes meaningful change begins when people feel safe and accepted enough to be fully themselves. Her goal is to help clients understand their experiences, strengthen their relationships, and move toward a life that feels authentic and aligned with who they are.

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Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate

Aser is a Muslim Egyptian American counseling intern with a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a minor in clinical psychology. He is currently pursuing a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Wake Forest University.

Through his academic and clinical training, Aser has developed a strong interest in mood disorders, identity development, and how personal, cultural, and interpersonal experiences shape mental health. He is passionate about creating a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel comfortable exploring their experiences and the challenges they face.

Aser is dedicated to supporting children, adolescents, adults, and families, with particular interests in anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. His approach incorporates person-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy, all grounded in a culturally responsive and multicultural perspective.

Aser considers it a privilege to support clients on their journey toward healing and personal growth. He looks forward to getting to know each client, understanding their unique experiences, and working collaboratively toward their goals.

*Sessions available in Deer Park, Melville and virtually for those in NY

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Marriage and Family Therapy Intern
Relationships are the core of who we are, shaping how we see ourselves, navigating stress, and moving through the world. As a Marriage and Family Therapy intern pursuing his master’s degree at Indiana Wesleyan University, Munzir believes that true healing and growth happen when individuals feel genuinely understood and connected within their relationships and communities. His education has deeply informed his approach to faith integration, allowing him to thoughtfully honor the spiritual and values-based dimensions of each client's journey.

Drawing from his identity as an Indian American Muslim, Munzir brings a culturally responsive and empathetic lens to therapy, holding space for the nuances of identity, family dynamics, and faith. His clinical work is guided by Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Narrative Therapy, helping clients explore their inner parts, reframe their life stories, and foster deeper self-compassion.

Munzir's professional background as a Medical Assistant and teacher enriches his practice, providing a comprehensive understanding of the mind-body connection, physical well-being, and developmental growth. He is particularly passionate about working with couples, teens, and families as they navigate relational challenges, life transitions, and communication barriers. Whether clients are working through complex family dynamics or seeking deeper connection, Munzir is dedicated to walking alongside them with warmth, curiosity, and care.

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Marriage and Family Therapy Candidate

Hina is a Marriage and Family Therapy candidate who provides compassionate, culturally responsive support to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.

She creates a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard and supported as they work toward healthier relationships and emotional well-being.

Currently completing her graduate studies at Touro University Worldwide, Hina is trained in evidence-based approaches, systems theory, and culturally responsive care.

She supports clients experiencing anxiety, stress, family and relationship conflict, communication difficulties, life transitions, grief, and self-esteem concerns.

As a Pakistani Muslim born and raised in New York, Hina values each client’s culture, family background, and lived experiences.

Her integrative, client-centered approach draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, family systems, and other evidence-informed techniques to help clients recognize patterns, improve communication, and develop healthier coping skills.

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Clinical Social Work Intern

Syeda is a Clinical Social Work Intern at True Mind Wellness and a Master of Social Work candidate at Sacred Heart University. She is passionate about helping individuals feel heard, understood, and supported as they navigate life’s challenges.

Her approach is grounded in empathy, compassion, respect, and genuine curiosity. She strives to create a safe, nonjudgmental environment where clients can express themselves authentically and take an active role in their healing journey.

As a Muslim-American professional, Syeda understands how culture, identity, family, and personal values can shape a person’s experiences and well-being. She uses a culturally responsive, collaborative, and strengths-based approach tailored to each client’s individual needs.

Syeda is particularly interested in supporting individuals experiencing anxiety, stress, life transitions, relationship challenges, self-esteem concerns, and major life changes. She helps clients recognize their existing strengths, develop practical coping tools, and feel empowered to move toward the life they want to create.

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Marriage and Family Therapy Intern

Nadia Pervaiz is a Marriage and Family Therapy Intern currently completing her clinical training while pursuing her Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy at Capella University. She is committed to providing a warm, compassionate, and culturally responsive space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered to navigate life's challenges.

Nadia works with individuals, couples, families, adolescents, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship challenges, family conflict, life transitions, trauma, and stress. She has a special interest in supporting clients through grief, family relationships, and helping individuals build resilience and healthier communication.

As a Pakistani Muslim who has lived in the U.S. for many years, Nadia values cultural humility and enjoys working with clients from diverse cultural and faith backgrounds. She is fluent in English, Urdu, Hindi, and Punjabi.

Nadia's therapeutic approach is collaborative, strengths-based, and client-centered. She integrates Solution-Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and systemic family therapy principles, tailoring treatment to each client. She believes that every person possesses strengths that can be uncovered and utilized to create meaningful change.

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Marriage & Family Therapist LP

Born and raised in Brooklyn to Bangladeshi immigrants, Nurshat’s dedication stems from witnessing intergenerational trauma, blurred familial boundaries, and healthcare disparities in her community. She centers her work on client autonomy, respecting what feels empowering and realistic.

Nurshat is a compassionate guide through life’s twists and turns, helping clients not just overcome hurdles but thrive in the face of them. With an Integrative Systemic Therapy (IST) approach, she fosters lasting change by addressing root causes and tailoring sessions to client needs. Drawing from a rich toolkit—including cognitive restructuring (CBT), Gottman, exposure therapy, emotion-focused techniques, and structural family therapy—she supports clients in navigating emotional and relational challenges.

With six years of professional experience in filmmaking, media marketing, and design, Nurshat brings creativity and cultural perspective into her therapeutic lens. A lifelong lover of fashion, food, and the arts, she values the beauty of cross-cultural connection.

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